Stephana

Stephana is the feminine form of Stephen/Stefan, a name with Greek origins meaning 'crown' or 'garland,' traditionally associated with honor and victory. This feminine variation maintains the strong historical connections of its masculine counterpart while adding a graceful ending typical of feminine names. Though never extremely common in English-speaking countries, Stephana has a long history of use, particularly in Eastern European and Mediterranean countries with Orthodox Christian traditions. The name has a timeless quality, neither trendy nor outdated, and offers a more distinctive alternative to the more common Stephanie or Stefanie. Stephana carries connotations of dignity and classical elegance while providing the familiar nickname options of Steph or Stevie for everyday use.

Pronounced stuh-FAH-nuh.

As of October 2026, Stephana ranked #19694 in US births in 2006 SSA, peaked at #2511 in 1915.